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Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
$110,000 - $160,000
IT - Software
Fort Walton Beach, FL (On/Off-Site)
Software Engineer – Defense Systems
Location: Niceville, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
About the Role
Join a leading defense technology organization specializing in guidance, navigation, and control systems, real-time flight software, and mission-critical weapon system integration. We deliver advanced solutions for aircraft, munitions, and resilient defense applications. Our team values innovation, agility, and stability, with a proven track record of zero layoffs.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain software using C++, C#, Python, and Java
Build and optimize real-time systems in an agile environment
Participate in rapid prototyping and iterative development cycles
Collaborate on system integration for complex defense platforms
Utilize Microsoft Azure DevOps for CI/CD and project tracking
Work across multiple programs—no siloed projects
Required Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
4–10 years of experience in software engineering (defense preferred)
Proficiency with Linux, RTOS, and VxWorks
Hands-on experience with real-time systems
Ability to work onsite in Niceville, FL (core hours: M–F, 8am–3pm)
Comfortable in a fast-paced, lean development environment
Preferred Skills
Background in aerospace or defense software development
Familiarity with embedded systems and mission-critical applications
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Why You’ll Love This Role
Casual work environment (shorts and jeans welcome)
Stable organization with no history of layoffs
Opportunities to work on mission-critical defense systems
A culture that values impact over bureaucracy
Location: Niceville, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
About the Role
Join a leading defense technology organization specializing in guidance, navigation, and control systems, real-time flight software, and mission-critical weapon system integration. We deliver advanced solutions for aircraft, munitions, and resilient defense applications. Our team values innovation, agility, and stability, with a proven track record of zero layoffs.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain software using C++, C#, Python, and Java
Build and optimize real-time systems in an agile environment
Participate in rapid prototyping and iterative development cycles
Collaborate on system integration for complex defense platforms
Utilize Microsoft Azure DevOps for CI/CD and project tracking
Work across multiple programs—no siloed projects
Required Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
4–10 years of experience in software engineering (defense preferred)
Proficiency with Linux, RTOS, and VxWorks
Hands-on experience with real-time systems
Ability to work onsite in Niceville, FL (core hours: M–F, 8am–3pm)
Comfortable in a fast-paced, lean development environment
Preferred Skills
Background in aerospace or defense software development
Familiarity with embedded systems and mission-critical applications
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Why You’ll Love This Role
Casual work environment (shorts and jeans welcome)
Stable organization with no history of layoffs
Opportunities to work on mission-critical defense systems
A culture that values impact over bureaucracy
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